Upgrade to Gas or Diesel Class A?

WILDEBILL308 wrote:

Schnabel wrote:
So we are currently on Motorhome #4, a 1999 Itasca Suncruiser purchsed used in 2006.
Overall we have been happy with the RV, but looking to go a bit newer to bridge to the final "retirement" coach in about 10 years.
I have my eye on 2 motorhomes, both of which would suit our needs well from a layout standpoint. One is a 2005 Pace Arrow 37ft (Workhorse chassis) and the other is a Holiday Rambler Ambassador 38Ft (Freightliner chassis with 330HP engine).
I assume the Pace Arrow will drive and handle very similar to my Suncruiser, but I have never driven a Diesel Pusher so I'm curious what people with experience in both would pick. Selling price for the Ambassador is about $15K more which seems very reasonable.
So the main questions I have:
1.- Is the ride quality and noise significantly better in the Diesel given the rear engine and air bag suspension? Michigan roads are awful and the Suncruiser often feels like it will just implode on bad pavement.
2.- Is maintenance cost a real concern? I have had no issues with the Ford chassis/engine on my Suncruiser and I do my own oil changes, so maintenance of the powertrain has been minimal cost.
Appreciate any thoughts.

One simple way to find out how a diesel drives take it for a test drive. You can get experience with other brands by going to dealers and test driving other makes.
I wouldn't by one I haven't driven.
Bill

This is clear. I would never purchase a vehicle without an extensive test drive. The DP is a few hours drive away, so I'm trying to decide if its worth the trip. Local dealer does not have used mid-level DPs and not sure if a new one would be quite representative of a used unit.